Toro 74327 (260000001 260019999) User Manual RIDING MOWER Manuals And Guides 1106637L

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Form

Count

No.

3354-516

Rev A

on it.

TimeCutter ®Z380 and Z420
Riding Mowers

Model

No. 74301--Serial

No. 260000001

and

Model

No. 74327--Serial

No. 260000001

and

G000558

at www.Toro.com

Original

Instructions

(EN)

and serial numbers on the product.
numbers in the space provided.

Write the

CALIFORNIA
Proposition

65 Warning

The engine
exhaust
contains
chemicals
California
other

from this product
known
to the State

to cause

cancer,

reproductive

Important:

defects,

harm.

This

engine

with a spark
arrester
violation
of California
Section

birth

4442 to use

is not

muffler.
Public

equipped

It is a
Resource

or operate

Code

the engine

Figure 1

on any forest-covered,
brush-covered,
or
grass-covered
land. Other
states or federal
areas may have similar laws.
This spark ignition
ICES-002

system

G002036

complies

vdth Canadian

For models

with stated

engine

and warranty.
through
the

horsepower,

the

Model No.
Serial No.

This manual identifies potential
hazards and has
safety messages identified by the safety alert
symbol (Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may
cause serious injury or death if you do not follow
the recommended

gross horsepower
of the engine was laboratory
rated by the engine manufacturer
in accordance
with SAE J1940. As configured
to meet safer3;
emission, and operating requirements,
the actual
engine horsepower
on this class of lawn mower
vdll be significantly

Introduction
Read this information carefully to learn how to
operate and maintain your product properly and
to avoid injury and product damage. You are
responsible for operating the product properly
and safel>
You may contact Toro directly at xw,w,vToro.com
for product and accessory information,
help
finding

a dealer,

or to register

your product.

Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts,
or additional information,
contact an Authorized
Service Dealer or Toro Customer
Service and have
the model and serial numbers of your product
read3: Figure 1 identifies the location of the model
© 2005--The
Toro _ Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington,
MN 55420

precautions.

Figure 2
1.

lower.

plate

Write the product model and serial numbers in the
space below:

The enclosed
Engine
Owner's
Manual
is
supplied
for information
regarding
the US
Environmental
Protection
Agency
(EPA) and
the California
Emission
Control Regulation
of
emission
systems,
maintenance,
Replacements
may be ordered
engine
manufacturer.

Model and serial number

Safety alert symbol.

This manual uses two other words to highlight
information. Important
calls attention to special
mechanical information and Note emphasizes
general information worthy of special attention.

Contents
Introduction

.......................................................

Safety ..................................................................
Safe Operating Practices ......................
Toro Riding Mower Safety ...................
Slope Chart .........................................
Product

2
4
4
6
7

Safety and Instructional
Decals ............ 8
Overview. ............................................
11
Controls
...........................................
11
Contact

us at www.Toro.com.
Printed in the USA.
All Rights Reserved

Operation

..........................................................

Think SafeB TFirst ..............................
Recommended Gasoline ....................

13
13
13

Chec_ng the Engine Oil Level ........... 14
Starting and Stopping the
Engine ..............................
14
Operating the Blades ......................... 15
The Safety Interlock System ............... 16
Driving Fonvard or Backward ............ 16
Stopping the Machine ........................ 17
Adjusting the Height of Cut ............... 17
Positioning the Seat ...........................
17
Adjusting the Motion Control
Levers ...............................
18
Pushing the Machine by Hand ............ 18
Adjusting the Footrest ....................... 19
Side Discharge ...................................
19
Operating Tips ..................................
19
Maintenance ......................................................
21
Recommended
Maintenance
Schedule(s) ...............................
Premaintenance Procedures .......................
Removing and Installing the
Engine Hood .....................
Lubrication ................................................
Greasing the Bearings ........................
Engine Maintenance ..................................
Servicing the Air Cleaner ...................
Servicing the Engine Oil ....................
Servicing the Spark Plug ....................
Fuel System Maintenance ..........................
Draining the Fuel Tank ......................
Replacing the Fuel Filter ....................
Electrical System Maintenance ...................
Charging the Battery ..........................
Servicing the Fuses ............................
Drive System Maintenance .........................
Chec_ng the Tire Pressure .................
Mower Maintenance ..................................

21
22

Servicing the Cutting Blades ...............
Leveling the Mower from
Side-to-Side .......................
Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade
Slope .................................
Removing the Mower ........................
Mower Belt Maintenance ...................
Installing the Mower ..........................
Replacing the Grass Deflector ............
Cleaning ....................................................
Washing the Underside of the
Mower ...............................

22
22
22
23
23
24
25
26
26
27
27
27
28
29
29
29

31
32
33
34
34
35
35
35

Storage ..............................................................
Cleaning and Storage .........................
Troubleshooting ................................................
Schematics ........................................................

37
37
38
41

Safety
This machine

meets

or exceeds

the B71.1-2003

•

Do not operate the mower without either the
entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

•

Be alert, slow down and use caution when
ma_ng turns. Look behind and to the side
before changing directions.

•

Never leave a running machine unattended.
Akvays turn off blades, set paring brake, stop
engine, and remove key before dismounting.

•

Turn off blades when not mowing. Stop the
engine and wait for all parts to come to a
complete stop before cleaning the machine,
removing the grass catcher or unclogging the
discharge chute.

•

Operate the machine only in daylight or good
artificial light.

specifications
of the American
National
Standards
Institute,
in effect at the time
of production.
maintenance

However,
improper
use or
by the operator
or owner can

result in injury.
To reduce
the potential
for
injury, comply with these safety instructions
and always pay attention
to the safety
alert symbol,
which means
CAUTION,
WARNING,
instruction."
instruction
death.

or DANGER-"personal
safety
Failure
to comply
with the
may result in personal
injury or

Safe Operating

Practices

•

Do not operate the machine while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.

The following instructions
standard B71.1-2003.

are from ANSI

•

Watch for traffic when operating
crossing roadways.

This product is capable of amputating hands and
feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safeUT
instructions to avoid serious injury or death.

•

Use extra care when loading or unloading
machine into a trailer or truck.

General

•

Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and
above, are involved in a large percentage of
riding mower-related injuries. These operators
should evaluate their abiliu _to operate the
riding mower safely enough to protect
themseDes and others from serious injur>
Always follow the recommendations
weights or counterweights.

Operation

Always wear eye protection
the mower.

•

Read, understand, and follow all instructions
in the operator's manual and on the machine
before starting.

•

Do not place hands or feet near rotating parts
or under the machine. Keep dear of the
discharge opening at all times.

•

Allow only responsible adults who are familiar
with the instructions to operate the machine.

Slope

•
•

Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys,
wire, etc., which could be picked up and
thrown by the blade.

•

Be sure the area is dear of other people before
mowing. Stop the machine if anyone enters
the area.

•

Never carry passengers.

•

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessar> Akvays look down and behind
before and while bac_ng up.

•

Be aware of the mower discharge direction and
do not point it at anyone. Avoid discharging
material against a wall or obstruction. Material
may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop
the blade(s) when crossing gravel surfaces.

near or
the

when operating

for wheel

Operation

Slopes are a major factor related to slip and
fall accidents, which can result in severe injur>
Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If
you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
•

Watch for ditches, holes, rocks, dips, and rises
that change the operating angle, as rough
terrain could overturn the machine.

•

Choose a low ground speed so you will not
have to stop while operating on a slope.

•

Do not mow slopes when grass is wet. Slippery
conditions reduce traction and could cause
sliding and loss of control.

•

Always keep the machine in gear when going
down slopes. Do not shift to neutral and coast
downhill.

• Reducespeedanduseextremecautionon
slopes.
• Do not makesuddenturns or rapid speed
changes.
• Usea walkbehindmowerand/or a hand
trimmerneardrop-offs,ditches,steepbanks
or water.
Removeor markobstaclessuchasrocks,tree
limbs,etc. from the mowingarea.%11grass
canhide obstacles.
• Avoid suddenstartswhen mowinguphill
becausethemowermaytip backwards.
• Be awarethatlossof tractionmayoccurgoing
downhill. Weighttransferto the front wheels
maycausedrNewheelsto slipandcauseloss
of bra_ng andsteering.
• Akvaysavoidsuddenstartingor stoppingon
a slope.If tireslosetraction,disengage
the
bladesandproceedslowlyoff the slope.
• Useextremecarewith grasscatchersor other
attachments.
Thesecanchangethe stabilityof
the machineandcauselossof control.
Do not try to stabilizethe machineby putting
your foot on the ground.
Do not mow neardrop-offs,ditches,steep
banksor water.Wheelsdroppingoveredges
cancauserollovers,whichmayresultin serious
injur5 deathor drowning.
Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not
alert to the presence of children. Children are
often attracted to the machine and the mowing
activit 7 Never assume that children will remain
where you last saw them.
•

•

Before and while bac_ng or changing
direction, look behind, down, and side-to-side
for small children.

•

Never carry children, even with the blades off.
They may fa11off and be seriously injured or
interfere with safe machine operation.

•

Children who have been given rides in the past
may suddenly appear in the mowing area for

Never allow children to operate the machine.
Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, the end of a fence or other
objects that may obscure vision.
Towing
•

Tow only with a machine that has a hitch
designed for towing. Do not attach towed
equipment except at the hitch point.

•

This product has a limited towing capacity
for small attachments up to 100 lbs; such
as leaf sweepers and spreaders. Towing of
attachments should be limited to flat ground.
Never allow children or others in or on towed

•

equipment.
•

On slopes, the weight of towed equipment may
cause a loss of traction and control. Towing on
slopes is not recommended.

•

Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

Service

Safe Handling of Gasoline:
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use
extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels.
They are flammable and the vapors are explosNe.
•

Extinguish a11cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of iguition.

•

Use only an approved container.

•

Never remove the gas cap or add fuel when
the engine is runuing. Allow the engine to cool
before refueling.
Never refuel the machine indoors.

Keep children out of the mowing area and
under the watchful care of another responsible
adult, not the operator.
Be alert and turn the machine off if children
enter the area.

•

another ride and be run over or backed over
by the mower.

Never store the machine or fuel container
inside where there is an open flame, such as
near a water heater or furnace.

•

Never fi11containers inside a vehicle or on
a truck or trailer with a plastic liner. Akvays
place containers on the ground away from your
vehicle before filling.

•

Remove gas-powered equipment from the
truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If
this is not possible, then refuel such equipment
with a portable container, rather than from a
gasoline dispenser nozzle.

•

Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the
fuel tank or container
opeuing at all times until
the fueling is complete.
Do not use a nozzle
lock-open

device.

•

If fuel is spilled on clothing,
immediately.

change

•

Never overfill the fuel tank.
and tighten securely.

Replace

General

clothing

gas cap

Service:

Never run a machine inside a closed area.
Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade
attachment bolts. Keep equipment in good
condition.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularl>
Keep the machine free of grass, leaves, or other
debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage
fuel soaked debris. Allow the machine to cool
before storing.
Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an
object. Repair, if necessary before restarting.
Never make aW adjustments
the engine runuing.

or repairs with

Grass catcher components are subject to wear,
damage and deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
Frequently check components and replace
vdth manufacturer's recommended parts, when
necessary.
•

Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution
when servicing them.

•

Check for proper brake operation
Adjust and service as required.

•

Maintain or replace safety and instruction
decals as necessar>

frequentl>

Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to
ensure that original standards are maintained.

Toro Riding

Mower

Safety

The following list contains safeff information
specific to Toro products or other safety
information that you must know that is not
included in the ANSI standards.
•

Do not mow slopes greater than 12.5 degrees.

Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,
which is an odorless, deadly poison that can
_ll you. Do not run engine indoors or in an
enclosed area.
Stop the engine, disconnect spark plug wire(s)
and remove key before performing any service,
repairs, maintenance or adjustments.
Keep hands, feet, hair, and loose clothing away
from attachment discharge area, underside of
mower and any moving parts while engine is
running.
Do not touch equipment or attachment parts
which may be hot from operation. Allow to
cool before attempting to maintain, adjust or
service.
Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns.
Avoid contact vdth s_n, eyes, and clothing.
Protect your face, eyes, and clothing when
wor_ng with a batter>
Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes,
sparks and flames away from battery.
Use only Toro approved attachments.
Warranty may be voided if used with
unapproved attachments.
If loading the machine onto a trailer or truck,
use a single, full-width ramp only. The ramp
angle should not exceed 12.5 degrees.
Note: Determine the left and right sides
of the machine from the normal operating
position.

Fold along appropriate line

sLOPE

THIS IS A 5° SLOPE

,7
Example: Compare
slope with folded
edge.

_J
O
m

U=t

Safety and Instructional
Decals
Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any
area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost.

93-6677
I.
2.

Warning--don't
operate the mower with the deflector up or
removed; keep the deflector in place.
Cutting/dismemberment
hazard of hand or foot, mower
blade--stay away from moving parts.

93-7009
I.
2.

Warning--don't
operate the mower with the deflector up or
removed; keep the deflector in place.
Cutting/dismemberment
hazard of hand or foot, mower
blade--stay away from moving parts.

110-1868
I.
2.

Thrown object hazard, mower--keep the deflector in place.
Thrown obiect hazard--Keep bystanders a safe distance from
the machine; Do not operate the without grass collection
system in place.
Cutting/dismemberment
of hand or foot--stay away from
moving parts.

Manufacturer's
1.

93-7010
1.

Thrown
obiect
the machine.

hazard--keep

2.
3.

Thrown
obiect hazard,
Cutting/dismemberment
moving
parts.

bystanders

a safe distance

from

mower--keep
the deflector
in place.
of hand or foot--stay
away from

Indicates the blade is identified
machine manufacturer.

Mark
as a part from the original

108-6109
1.

To push the machine, move tow levers forward
out to lock them into position.

and then

105-7015
106-8717

108-2392

Read the instructions
maintenance.

before

2.
3.
4.

Check tire pressure
every
Grease every 25 operating
Engine

servicing

25 operating
hours.

106-8742
1.

Parking

brake

106-2224
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

Throttle
Choke
Fast
Continuous variable settingl
Slow
Power take-off (PTO), Blade
control switch on some
models

7.
8.
9.
O.
1 1.

Headlights
Engine--stop
Engine--run
Engine--start
Ignition

106-8743
1.

Height of cut

or performing
hours.

0
Battery

Symbols

Some or all of these symbols are on your battery
1.

Explosion hazard

No fire, open flame, or
smoking.

Caustic liquid/chemical
burn hazard
Wear eye protection

Read the Operator's
Manual.

10.

Keep bystanders
a safe
distance from the battery.
Wear eye protection;
explosive
gases can cause
blindness
and other injuries
Battery acid can cause
blindness
or severe burns.
Flush eyes immediately
with water and get medical
help fast.
Contains
lead; do not
discard.

_07-25!4

107-2514
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

Warning--read
the instructions
before servicing
or performing
maintenance;
move the levers out to set the parking
remove the ignition
key before leaving the machine.
Warning--read
the Operator's
Manual.
Thrown
object hazard, mower--keep
the deflector
in place.
Tipping
hazard, slopes greater than 1 2.5 degrees--do
not drive the machine
on a slope greater than 1 2.5 degrees.
Thrown
object hazard--keep
bystanders
a safe distance from the machine
and pick up debris before operating.
Crushing/dismemberment
hazard of bystanders--do
not carry passengers.
Cutting/dismemberment
hazard of hand or foot, mower
blade--stay
away from moving
parts.

brake

and

Product

Overview
2

4
8

10
G000557

7
Figure 3

1.
2.
3.

Seat
Control
Control

levers
panel

4.
5.
6.

Height of cut lever
Mower deck
Footrest

7.
8.
9.

Front caster wheel
Rear drive wheel
Cup holder

Controls

10.

Anti-scalp

roller

Become familiar with all of the controls Figure 5
and Figure 4 before you start the engine and
operate the machine.

/
2
/

G000512

Figure 4
1.
2.

Motion control lever
Height-of-cut lever

Gas tank cap

G000511

Figure
I.

Ignition

Throttle/Choke

Parking

switch

5
3.

Blade control switch
(power take-off)

Brake

The paring
brake is automatically
set when the
motion control levers are in the brake position.

Always position the motion control levers into the
brake position when you stop the machine or leave
it unattended.

Recommended

Operation

Use UNLEADED
Note:
Determine
the left and right sides of the
machine from the normal operating position.

Think

Safety

Important:
containing
more than

Please carefully read all of the safe_" instructions
and decals in the safety section. Knowing
this
information
could help you, your famil?; pets or
bystanders
avoid injur?

Wheels
dropping
rollovers,
which
death

loss

In certain
flammable
explosion

can

over edges can cause
may result in serious
injury,

of control

•

Do not mow

•

Do not mow
12.5 degrees.

•

Reduce

near

and possibility

drop-offs

slopes

speed

and

or near

greater

use

others

water.

Avoid sudden
changes.

turns

or rapid

and

be damaged.

Do not

mix oil

conditions,
gasoline
is extremely
and highly explosive.
A fire or
from gasoline
can burn you and
can

damage

property.

Fill the fuel tank outdoors,
in an open
area, when the engine
is cold. Wipe up
any gasoline
that spills.

•

Never
trailer.

fill the fuel tank

inside

an enclosed

Do not fill the fuel tank completely
full.
Add gasoline
to the fuel tank until the
level is 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6 to 13 mm)
below the bottom
of the filler neck. This

caution

on slopes.
•

suitable

•
of

than

extreme

Gasoline

Never use methanol,
gasoline
methanol,
or gasohol
containing
10% ethanol
because
the fuel

system
could
with gasoline.

or drowning.

To avoid
rollover:

Regular

for automotive
use (87 pump octane minimum).
Leaded regular gasoline may be used if unleaded
regular is not available.

First

Mowing
on wet grass or steep slopes
cause sliding and loss of control.

Gasoline

empty space
to expand.

speed

in the

tank

allows

gasoline

Never smoke when handling
gasoline,
and stay away from an open flame or
where gasoline
fumes may be ignited
by
a spark.

Store gasoline
in an approved
container
and keep it out of the reach of children.
Never buy more than a 30-day supply of
gasoline.
Do not operate
system
in place
condition.

G000513

Figure 6
1.

Safe Zone-use the TimeCutter

Use walk behind
and water.
Water

mower

and/or

here
hand

trimmer

near drop-offs

without
entire
and in proper

exhaust
working

In certain

conditions

during

fueling,

Always
ground
filling.

place
away

gasoline
containers
from your vehicle

Cleans

•

Eliminates gum-like varnish buildup
system, which causes hard starting

static

electricity
can be released
causing
a spark
which can ignite the gasoline
vapors.
A fire
or explosion
from gasoline
can burn you and
others and can damage
property.
•

•

Important:
containing

on the
before

Filling
,

When practical,
remove
gas-powered
equipment
from the truck or trailer and
refuel the equipment
with its wheels on

ground.

If this is not possible,
then refuel such
equipment
on a truck or trailer from a
portable
container,
rather than from a
dispenser

Gasoline

until

is harmful

fueling

or fatal

•

Avoid

of vapors.

•

Keep

•

breathing

away

from

nozzle

or conditioner

opening.

Keep

from

gas

away

eyes

Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner

•

the following

Keeps

gasoline

Tank

Shut the engine off and set the paring

brake.

Clean around the fuel tank cap and remove
the cap. Add unleaded regular gasoline to the
fuel tank until the level is 1/4 to 1/2 inch
(6 to 13 ram) below the bottom of the filler
neck. This space in the tank allows gasoline to
expand. Do not fill the fuel tank completely
full.

and

Starting
Engine

and gas tank

skin.

Starting

Oil

and Stopping

the

Engine

1. Sit down on the seat and move the motion
controls to the brake position.
in the machine

2. Disengage the blades by moving the blade
control switch to Off (Figure 7).

benefits:

flesh during

the Engine

Before you start the engine and use the machine,
check the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to
Chec_ng the Oil Level in Engine Maintenance,
page 23.

Using Stabilizer/Conditioner

provide

Fuel

Checking
Level

if swallowed.
can cause

face

the

3. Install the fuel tank cap securely. Wipe up any
gasoline that may have spilled.

is complete.

Long-term
exposure
to vapors
serious
injury and illness.
prolonged

Do not use fuel additives
methanol
or ethanol.

nozzle.

If a gasoline
dispenser
nozzle must be
used, keep the nozzle in contact
with the
rim of the fuel tank or container
opening
at all times

in the fuel

Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner
is most
effective when mixed with fresh gasoline. To
minimize the chance of varnish deposits in the fuel
system, use fuel stabilizer at all times.

because
interior
carpets
or plastic
truck
bed liners may insulate
the container
and
slow the loss of any static charge.

gasoline

while it runs

Add the correct amount of gas
stabilizer/conditioner
to the gas.

Do not fill gasoline
containers
inside
a vehicle
or on a truck or trailer bed

the

the engine

storage

of 30 days

or less. For longer storage it is recommended
that the fuel tank be drained.

Stopping
1.

Move

Disengage
control

Figure 7
1.

Blade control

switch--On

Move the throttle
starting

Blade control

switch--Off

(Figure

than

by moving

to Off (Figure

the iguition

the blade

7).

Pull the wire off of the spark plug(s) to prevent
the possibility of someone accidentally
starting

key to Off (Figure

before

transporting

9).

or storing

the

Close the fuel shut-off

vah_e under

the front

of the fuel tank before
the machine.

transporting

or storing

Important:
Make sure the fuel shut-off
valve is closed before transporting
or
storing
the machine,
as fuel leakage
may
occur.

Turn the ignition key to Start to energize the
starter• When the engine starts, release the kex:

Important:

the blades

switch

8).

cho_ng.

for more

lever to Fast (Figure

Turn

Note: A warm or hot engine may not require
,

the throttle

the machine
machine•

8).

Engine

lever to Choke before

a cold engine

the

Do not engage
the starter
10 seconds
at a time. If the

engine
fails to start, allow a 60 second
cool-down
period
between
attempts.
Failure
to follow these instructions
can
burn out the starter
motor.

Operating

the Blades

After the engine starts, move the throttle
lever to Fast (Figure 8). If the engine stalls
or hesitates, move the throttle lever back to
Choke for a few seconds• Then move the

The blade control switch, represented by a power
take-off (PTO) symbol, engages and disengages
power to the mower blades. This switch controls
power to any attachments that draw power from
the engine, including the mower deck and cutting
blades.

throttle lever to the desired
as required.

Engaging

setting•

Repeat

this

3
4

the

Blades

Release pressure on the traction control
and place the machine in neutral•

Move

Pull out on the blade control
blades

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the throttle

(Figure

levers

to the Fast position•
switch

to engage

10).

Figure 8
I.
2.

Engine
Choke

3.
4.

Fast
Slow

Figure 10
1.

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Blade control switch-On

Blade control switch-Off

Figure 9
I.

Off
Run

3.
4.

Disengaging

Start
Ignition

the Blades

Push the blade control switch to Off to disengage
the blades (Figure 10).

The Safety

Interlock

System

control switch, and rise slightly from
the engine should stop.
,

If safety interlock
or damaged
the
unexpectedly

switches
machine

causing

are disconnected
could operate

personal

engage the blade control switch, and rise
slightly from the seat; the engine should stop.

Do not tamper
switches.

•

Check the operation
of the interlock
switches
daily and replace
any damaged
switches
before operating
the machine.

the

interlock

Safety

•

The blades

•

The motion

Driving Forward
Backward

to prevent

are disengaged.
control

levers are in the brake

The machine
operator may

position.
The safety interlock

system also is designed

and cause
machine.

to stop

the engine when the control levers are out of the
brake position and you rise from the seat when
the blades are engaged.
Testing

the

Safety

Interlock

Authorized
Service
immediatel?=

Dealer

repair

caution

•

Slow the
sharp

when

machine

injury

or damage

making
down

to the

turns.
before

making

turns.

Forward
,

Move

the levers to the center,

unlocked

position.
,

While sitting on the seat, with the control
levers in brake position, and move the blade
the engine;

While sitting on the seat, move the blade
control switch to Off. Move either motion
control lever to the center, unlocked position.
Try starting the engine; the engine should not
crank. Repeat with the other motion control
lever.

Use

the safeD" system

control switch to On. Try starting
the engine should not crank.

can spin very rapidly.
The
lose control
of the machine

personal

•

System

Test the safety interlock system before you use
the machine each time. If the safety system
does not operate as described
belov_; have an

The throttle control regulates the engine speed as
measured in rpm (revolutions
per minute). Place
the throttle control in the Fast position for best
?erformance.
Always operate in the full throttle
_osition.

Interlock

The safety interlock system is designed
the engine from starting unless:

While sitting on the seat, move the blade
control switch to Off, and lock the motion
control levers in neutral.
Start the engine.
While the engine is running, move the motion
control levers to the center, unlocked position,

injury.

•

Understanding
System

with

the seat;

While sitting on the seat, move the blade
control switch to Off, and lock the motion
control levers in neutral.
Start the engine.
While the engine is running, engage the blade

To go forward, slowly push the motion control
levers forward (Figure 11).

3
Children

i /4

or bystanders

they move or attempt
while it is unattended.
Always
motion

remove
control

may

to operate

Figure 1 1
1.
2.

Center unlock position
Forward

To go straight,
motion control

3.
4.

To turn, release pressure
lever toward
(Figure 11).

the direction

To stop, pull the motion
neutral.

to both

on the motion

control

unattended,

the Height

even

of Cut

1. Raise the height-of-cut lever to the transport
position (also the 4-1/2 inch (114 ram) cutting
height position (Figure 12).

control

2. To adjust, pull up on the height-of-cut lever
and move it to the desired position (Figure 12).

you want to turn

The farther you move the traction
levers in either direction, the faster
will move in that direction.

the mower

The height of cut is adjusted from 1-1/2 to
4-1/2 inch (38 to 114 ram) in 1/2 inch (13 ram)
increments by moving the height-of-cut lever in
different locations.

Backward
Brake position

apply equal pressure
levers (Figure 11).

the ignition
key and move the
levers to the brake position

when leaving
the machine
if just for a few minutes.

Adjusting

be injured

control
the machine

levers to

Backward

1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked
position.

4 inches (102 mm)
o,-112
mm)
3-112 inches
Inches (115
(89 mm)

2. To go backward, slowly pull the motion control
levers rearward (Figure 11).

3 Inches (76 mm)
2-I/2 Inches (64 mm)
2 inches (51 mm)

To go straight,
motion control

apply equal pressure
levers (Figure 11).

to both

1-I/2 Inches (38 mm)

To turn, release the pressure on the motion
control lever toward the direction you want to
turn (Figure 11).
To stop, push the motion
neutral.

Stopping

control

levers

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Figure 12

the Machine

Height-of-cut

lever

Positioning

To stop the machine, move the traction control
levers to neutral and separate to the brake position,
disengage the blade control switch, ensure the
throttle is in the fast position, and turn the ignition
key to off. Remember to remove the key from the
ignition switch.

Height-of-cut

positions

the Seat

The seat can move forward and backward.
Position the seat where you have the best control
of the machine and are most comfortable.
1. Raise the seat and loosen the adjustment
enough to move the seat (Figure 13).

M_obs

Important:
Make sure that the spacers
stay in place when loosening
the knobs
to move the seat. Loss of the spacers
can
result in damage
to the seat.
,

Move the seat to the desired
tighten the _obs.

position

and

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Figure
1.
2.

Adjustment

lever

14
3.

3. Repeat the adjustment
lever.

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Figure

Control
Bolt

Control arm shaft

for the opposite control

knobs

Pushing
Hand

the Machine

Adjusting
the Motion
Control Levers

Important:
Always push the machine
by hand.
Never tow the machine
because
damage
may occur.

The motion control levers can be adjusted higher
or lower for maximum operator comfort•

To
,

1. Remove the 2 bolts holding the control lever
to the control arm shaft (Figure 14).
2.

Move
Secure

the control

lever to the next set of holes•

the lever with the 2 bolts (Figure

14).

Push

the

Machine

Park the machine on a level surface and
disengage the blade control switch.
Move the motion control levers outward to
engage the paring brake, stop the engine,
remove the ke}, and wait for all moving parts
to stop before leaving the operating position.

Raise the seat to access the bypass levers
(Figure 15).

Move the two bypass levers forward and then
outward to lock them in place as shown in
D•
Figure 1_
Move

the motion

disengage

control

levers inward

the par -ldng brake.

The machine is now able to be pushed t)37hand.

Side Discharge

The mower has a hinged grass deflector that
disperses clippings to the side and down toward
the turf.

1
Without
the grass
cover, or complete

mounted
in place, you and others
are
exposed
to blade contact
and thrown
debris.
Contact
with rotating
mower blade(s)
and
thrown
debris will cause injury or death.

2
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Figure 15
1.

Bypass levers

Lever position for pushing
the machine

Never remove
the grass deflector
from
the mower because
the grass deflector
routes material
down toward the turf.

Level position for operating
the machine

If the grass
replace

•
To Operate

the

Machine

The machine

bypass

will not drive unless

the

Adjusting
The footrest
for maximum

the

can be adjusted
operator

and

Footrest
forward

key to Off.

pull the wire

Fast Throttle

Also remove

off the spark

the key
plug(s).

Tips
Setting

For best mowing and maximum air circulation,
operate the engine at the Fast position. Air is
required to thoroughly cut grass clippings, so
do not set the height-of-cut so low as to totally
surround the mower by uncut grass. Always try to
have one side of the mower free from uncut grass,
which allows air to be drawn into the mower.

Cutting

a Lawn

for

the

First

Time

Cut grass slightly longer than normal to ensure
that the cutting height of the mower does not
scalp any uneven ground. However, the cutting
height used in the past is generally the best one to
use. When cutting grass longer than six inches tall,
you may want to cut the lawn hvice to ensure an
acceptable quality of cut.

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Figure 16
3.

the

or backward

comfort.

Footrest
Rod

or feet under

try to clear discharge
area or
blades unless you move the blade
switch
to Off and rotate the

Operating

Lift up the footrest and place the rods in the same
hole positions (Figure 16).

1.
2.

is ever damaged,

it immediately.

ignition

levers are disengaged.

deflector

Never put your hands
mower.
Never
mower
control

Move the bypass levers to the inside and pull them
rearward, to the end the slot (Figure 15).
Note:

deflector,
discharge
grass catcher
assembly

Hole positions

Cut

1/3

of the

Grass

Blade

inside the mower, cutting qualit 7 will eventually
become unsatisfactor>

It is best to cut only about 1/3 of the grass blade.
Cutting more than that is not recommended unless
grass is sparse, or it is late fall when grass grows
more slowl>
Mowing

Blade

Maintain a sharp blade throughout the cutting
season because a sharp blade cuts cleanly without
tearing or shredding the grass blades. Tearing and
shredding turns grass brown at the edges, which
slows growth and increases the chance of disease.
Check the cutter blades daily for sharpness, and
for any wear or damage. File down any nicks
and sharpen the blades as necessar> If a blade is
damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a
genuine Toro replacement blade.

Direction

Alternate mowing direction to keep the grass
standing straight. This also helps disperse clippings
which enhances decomposition and fertilization.
Mow

at Correct

Intervals

Normal13; mow every four days. But remember,
grass grows at different rates at different times.
So to maintain the same cutting height, which is a
good practice, mow more often in early spring. As
the grass growth rate slows in mid summer, mow
less frequent13: If you cannot mow for an extended
period, first mow at a high cutting height; then
mow again two days later at a lower height setting.

Cutting

Safe

Speed

Cutting

Too Low

If the cutting width of the mower is wider than the
mower you previously used, raise the cutting height
to ensure that uneven turf is not cut too short.
Long

Grass

If the grass is ever allowed to grow slightly longer
than normal, or if it contains a high degree of
moisture, raise the cutting height higher than usual
and cut the grass at this setting. Then cut the grass
again using the lower, normal setting.
When

Stopping

If the machine's forward motion must be stopped
while mowing, a clump of grass clippings may
drop onto your lawn. To avoid this, move onto a
previously cut area with the blades engaged.
Keep
Clean

the

Underside

of the

Towing

Practices

Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed
for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except
at the hitch point. This product has a limited
towing capacity for small attachments up to 100
lbs (45 kg); such as leaf sweepers and spreaders.
Towing of attachments should be limited to flat
ground. Never allow children or others in or on
towed equipment. On slopes, the weight of towed
equipment may cause a loss of traction and control.
Towing on slopes is not recommended.
Travel
slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

To improve cut quality use a slower ground speed.
Avoid

Maintenance

Mower

Clean clippings and dirt from the underside of the
mower after each use. If grass and dirt build up

Maintenance
Note:

Determine

the left and right sides of the machine

Recommended
Maintenance
Interval

Service

After the first 5 operating
hours

Maintenance
Maintenance

from the normal

operating

position.

Schedule(s)

Procedure

• Change the engine oil.

Before each use or daily

•
•
•
•

Check
Check
Check
Clean

Every 25 hours

•
•
•
•

Grease all lubrication points.
Clean the foam air filter element (more often in dirty or dusty conditions).
Check tire pressure.
Check the belts for wear/cracks.

Every 50 hours

• Change the engine oil.

•
•
•
•

Before storage

Refer

If you leave
seriously

to your

Drain the fuel tank.
Charge the battery and disconnect battery cables.
Perform all maintenance procedures listed above before storage.
Paint any chipped surfaces.
engine

the key in the ignition

injure

safety interlock system.
engine oil level.
cutting blades.
mower housing.

Replace the paper air filter element (more often in dirty or dusty
conditions).
Change the oil filter (model 74327 only).
Replace spark plug.
Replace fuel filter.

Every 100 hours

Important:

the
the
the
the

you or other

operator's

switch,

manual

someone

for additional

could

accidently

maintenance

start

procedures.

the engine

and

bystanders.

Remove
the key from the ignition
and disconnect
the wire from the spark plug before you do
any maintenance.
Set the wire aside so that it does not accidentally
contact
the spark plug.

Premaintenance
Procedures

Grease the front caster pivots and wheels
(Figure 19).
1. Park the machine on a level surface and
disengage the blade control switch.

Removing
and
Engine Hood
1.

To remove

the hood,

then pull the hood

Installing
loosen

the _obs

back and up (Figure

the

and
17).

Move the motion control levers to the brake
position, stop the engine, remove the ke3, and
wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
the operating position.

3. Clean the grease fittings (Figure 19 and
Figure 20) with a rag. Make sure to scrape any
paint off of the front of the fitting(s).

2
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Figure
1.

17
2.

Engine hood

Knob

2. To install the hood, put the hooks into the
slots and slide forward (Figure 18).

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3. Tighten the M_obs in the engine hood
(Figure 17).

Figure
1.

Front

caster

tire

Figure 20
1.
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Figure
1.

Engine hood

18
2.

Readtheinstructions
before
servicing or performing
maintenance.
Check tire pressure every
25 operating hours.

Grease every 25 operating
hours.

Engine

Hook
,

Lubrication

Connect a grease gun to each fitting (Figure 19
and Figure 20). Pump grease into the fittings
until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings.

5. Wipe up any excess grease.

Greasing

the

Bearings

Grease _Tpe: No. 2 General Purpose Lithium
Base Grease

Engine Maintenance
Servicing

the Air Cleaner

Foam Element: Clean after every 25 operating
hours, or yearl?, whichever occurs first.
Paper Element: Replace after every 100 operating
hours or yearly whichever occurs first.
Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently
(every few hours) if operating conditions are
extremely dusty or sand>
Removing
Elements
,

the

Foam

and

Paper

Park the machine on a level surface and
disengage the blade control switch.

Figure 22
1.
2.
3.

Move the motion control levers to the brake
position, stop the engine, remove the ke3, and
wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
the operating position.

Paper element
Foam element
Air cleaner cover

Cleaning

Clean around the air cleaner to prevent dirt
from getting into the engine and causing
damage. Pull up on the air cleaner cover handle
and rotate it toward the engine (Figure 21).
Remove the air cleaner cover.

the

4.
5.
6.

Foam

Tab
Slot
Blower housing

Element

1. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and
warm water. When the element is dean, rinse
it thoroughl3=
2. Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean
cloth. Do not oil the element.
Important:
Replace
if it is torn or worn.

the foam element

Important:
element.
damaged
Installing
Elements

Do not clean or oil the paper
Replace the paper element if it is
or cannot be cleaned thoroughly.

the

Foam

and

Paper

Important:
To prevent engine damage,
always operate the engine with the complete
foam and paper air cleaner assembly installed.
Figure 21
I.

Air cleaner

cover

Air cleaner

1. Place the foam element and paper element into
the blower

cover handle

housing.

Note: Make sure that the rubber seal is flat
against the air cleaner base.

Carefully slide the paper element and foam
element from the blower housing (Figure 22).
,

Align the tabs on the air cleaner cover with the
slots of the blower housing (Figure 22). Hook
the handle onto the cover and press down on
the handle to lock the cover in place.

Servicing

the Engine

Oil

Check the oil level daily or after every 8 hours.
Change

the oil after the first 5 operating

every ._( operating

hours

Oil _;pe: Detergent
SJ, or higher)

hours

and

thereafter.

oil (API service SF, SG, SH,
3

Crankcase Capacity:
•

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48 oz./1-1/2 qt. (1400 cc/1.4 1)when the filter
is not changed;

•

Figure 24
1.
2.

56 oz./1-3/4 qt. (1700 cc/1.7 1) when the filter
is changed (Model 74327 only)
Viscosity: See the table belov<

-30

°0

-20

-i0

60
1'0

80
2'0

3'0

Oil drain valve

3. Unscrew the oil dipstick and wipe the end
clean (Figure 25).

USE THESE SAE VISCOSITY OILS

oi_20

Oil dipstick
Filler tube

1
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Figure 25

4'0
1.

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Oil dipstick

Metal end

Figure 23
,

Checking

the

Oil Level

1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the blade control svdtch, stop the engine, and
remove the ke3_

Screw the oil dipstick fully onto the fill hole.
Unscrew the dipstick, pull it out, and look at
the end. If the oil level is lox_, slowly pour only
enough oil into the fill hole to raise the level to,
but not over, the Full mark on the dipstick.
Important:

Do not overfill

with oil because
damaged.

2. Clean around the oil dipstick (Figure 24) so
that dirt cannot fall into the fill hole and

Changing

damage the engine.

the

engine

the crankcase
may

the Oil

1. Start the engine and let it run until warm. This
warms the oil so it drains better.
2. Park the machine so that the drain side is
slightly lower than the opposite side to assure
the oil drains completel 7
3. Disengage the blade control svdtch and set the
paring brake.
4. Stop the engine, remove the ke5 and wait for
all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.

5. Slide the drain hose over the drain valve.

6. Place a pan below the drain hose• Rotate oil
drain valve to allow oil to drain (Figure 26)•

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Figure 27
1.

Oil filter
Gasket

Adapter

Figure 26
1.

Oil drain valve

Oil drain tube

7. When oil has drained completel}, close the
drain valve.

Fill the crankcase with the proper type of new
oil; refer to Changing and Draining the Oil in
Engine Maintenance, page 23.

8. Remove the drain hose (Figure 26)•
Note:
center.

Dispose

of the used oil at a recycling

Servicing

9. Change the oil filter, if necessary (Figure 27).

air gap. Install

12. Check the oil level; refer to Checking the Oil
Level in Engine Maintenance, page 23.

Air Gap:

or every

(or equivalent)

the Spark

Plug

1. Disengage the blade control switch, set the
parking brake, stop the engine, and remove
the ke?_

Note: Change the oil filter more often in dust?,
dirty conditions.
.

RC12YC

0.030 inch (0.76 ram)

Removing

(For Model

100 hours

a new spark plug if necessar?:

_Tpe: Champion

13. Slowly add additional oil to bring it to the full
mark.

Replace the oil filter every
other oil change.

Plug

installing the spark plug. Use a spark plug wrench
for removing and installing the spark plug(s) and a
gapping tool/feeler
gauge to check and adjust the

11. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the
specified oil into the filler tube (Figure 24).

Oil Filter

the Spark

Replace the spark plug after every 100 operating
hours. Make sure that the air gap behveen the
center and side electrodes
is correct before

10. Clean around the oil dipstick and unscrew the
cap (Figure 24).

Changing
the
74327
only)

Install the replacement oil filter to the filter
adapter• Turn the oil filter clockwise until the
rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter; then
tighten the filter an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn
(Figure 27).

Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing
and Draining the Oil in Engine Maintenance,
page 23.

Pull the wire off of the spark plug (Figure 28).
Clean around the spark plug to prevent dirt
from falling into the engine and potentially
causing damage•

3. Remove the spark plug and metal washer.

Remove the old filter and wipe the filter
adapter gasket surface (Figure 27)•
Apply a thin coat of clean oil to the rubber
gasket on the replacement filter (Figure 27).

2. Tighten the spark plug to 30 ft-lb (41 N-m).
3. Push the wire onto the spark plug (Figure 28).

Fuel System
Maintenance
Draining

the

Fuel Tank

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In certain
conditions,
gasoline
is extremely
flammable
and highly explosive.
A fire or
explosion
from gasoline
can burn you and
others and can damage
property.

Figure 28
1.

Spark plug

Checking
,

the Spark

Spark plug whe

Drain gasoline
from the fuel tank when
the engine
is cold. Do this outdoors
in
an open area. Wipe up any gasoline
that

Plug

Look at the center of the spark plug (Figure 29).
If you see light brown or gray on the insulator,
the engine is operating properly A black
coating on the insulator usually means the air
cleaner is dirty.

spills.
Never smoke when draining
gasoline,
and stay away from an open flame or
where a spark may ignite the gasoline
fumes.

Important:
Never clean the spark plug.
Always replace the spark plug when it has
a black coating, worn electrodes, an oily
film, or cracks.

1. Park the machine on a level surface and
disengage the blade control switch.
2. Move the motion control levers to the brake

2. Check the gap between the center and side
electrodes (Figure 29). Bend the side electrode
(Figure 29) if the gap is not correct.

position, stop the engine, remove the keB and
wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
the operating position.
3. Close the fuel shut-off valve located under the
front of the fuel tank.

/
0.030 inch
(0.76 turn)

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Figure 29
1.
2.

Center electrode
Side electrode

Installing

insulator

the Spark

Air gap (not to scale)

Plug

1. Install the spark plug. Make sure that the air
gap is set correct1>

Loosen the hose clamp at the fuel filter and
slide it up the fuel line away from the fuel filter
(Figure 30).

Electrical System
Maintenance
CALIFORNIA
Proposition

65 Warning

Battery
posts,
terminals,
accessories
contain
lead
compounds,

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chemicals

California
to cause
harm.
Wash hands

and
and

related
lead

known

to the State

cancer
and reproductive
after handling.

Figure 30
1.
2.

Hose clamp
Fuel line

Filter

Charging

Pull the fuel line off of the fuel filter (Figure

Open the fuel shut-off valve. Allow
drain into a gas can or drain pan.
Note:

Now

Install

gasoline

the fuel filter.

Slide

the hose clamp close to the fuel filter to secure
the fuel line (Figure 30).

Replacing

the

Battery

Battery terminals or metal tools could short
against metal machine components
causing
sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses
to explode, resulting in personal injury.

the fuel tank is empt>

the fuel line onto

the

Battery

is the best time to install a new

fuel filter because
7.

Removing

30).

the

Fuel Filter

•

When removing
or installing
the battery,
do not allow the battery
terminals
to
touch any metal parts of the machine.

•

Do not allow

metal

the battery
terminals
the machine.

Replace the fuel filter after every 100 operating
hours or yearly whichever
occurs first.

tools
and

to short
metal

between
parts

Never install a dirty filter if it is removed from the
fuel line.

1. Park the machine on a level surface and
disengage the blade control switch.

1. Park the machine on a level surface and

2. Move the motion control levers to the brake
position, stop the engine, remove the keB and
wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
the operating position.

disengage the blade control switch.
2. Move the motion control levers to the brake
position, stop the engine, remove the ke5 and
wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
the operating position.

3. Tip the seat forward to see the batter>
4. Disconnect the negative (black) ground cable
from the battery post (Figure 31).

3. Close the fuel shut-off valve located under the
front of the fuel tank.
,

Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together
and slide them away from the filter (Figure 30).

5. Remove the filter from the fuel lines.
,

Install a new filter and move the hose clamps
close to the filter (Figure 30).

7. Open the fuel shut-off valve.

4
Incorrect
damage
sparks.
gasses
injury.

battery

cable

routing

could

the machine
and cables causing
Sparks
can cause the battery
to explode,
resulting
in personal

Always disconnect
the negative
(black)
battery
cable before
disconnecting
the positive
(red)
cable.

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Figure
1.

•

Always connect
the positive
(red)
battery
cable before connecting
the
negative
(black)
cable.

Note:

Installing

electrical damage may

the

Battery

1. Position the battery in the tray with the
terminal posts toward the rear (Figure 31).

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Red (+) charger lead
Black (-) charger lead

Occur.

Remove the battery hold-down (Figure 31) and
lift the battery from the battery tray.

3.
4.

Do not run the machine with the

battery disconnected,

Slide the rubber cover up the positive (red)
cable. Disconnect the positive (red) cable from
the battery post (Figure 31).

Positive battery post
Negative battery post

2. Install the positNe (red) battery cable to the
positive (+) battery terminal.

3. Install the negative battery cable to the negative
(-) battery terminal.
4. Secure the cables with 2 carriage bolts (1/4 x
3/4 inch), washers (1/4 inch), and wing nuts
(1/4 inch) (Figure 31).
5. Slide the red terminal boot onto the positive
(red) battery post.
6

6. Secure the battery with the hold-down
(Figure 31).

4
Figure
I.
2.
3.

Battery
Terminal boot
Positive battery cable

Charging

the

31
4.
5.
6.

Servicing

Negative battery cable
Battery hold-down
Bolt, nut, and washer

the

Fuses

The electrical system is protected by fuses. It
requires no maintenance; however, if a fuse blows,
check the component/circuit
for a malfunction
or short.

Battery

1. Remove the battery from the chassis; refer to
Removing the Battery.

Fuse:

•

Main FI-30 amp, blade-type

2. Charge the battery for a minimum of I hour at
6 to 10 amps. Do not overcharge the battery.

•

Charge Circuit F2-25 amp, blade-type

•

Optional

When the battery is fully charged, unplug
the charger from the electrical outlet, then
disconnect the charger leads from the battery
posts (Figure 32).

Headlight Kit-10 amp, blade type

1. Raise the seat to gain access to the fuse holder
(Figure 33).
2. To replace a fuse, pull out on the fuse to
remove it (Figure 33).

Mower

Maintenance

Servicing

the Cutting

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Blades

4
Maintain sharp blades throughout the cutting
season because sharp blades cut cleanly without
tearing or shredding the grass blades. Tearing and
shredding turns grass brown at the edges, which
slows growth and increases the chance of disease.

Check the cutter blades daily for sharpness, and
for aW wear or damage. File down aW nicks
and sharpen the blades as necessar> If a blade is
damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a
genuine Toro replacement blade. For convenient
sharpening and replacement, you may want to
keep extra blades on hand.

Figure 33
1.

Main-30 amp

Charge circuit-25

3.
amp

For optional
Kit-10 amp
Battery

Headlight

A worn or damaged
blade can break,
and a
piece of the blade could be thrown
into the

Drive System
Maintenance
Checking
Maintain

the Tire

the air pressure

operator's
or bystander's
serious
personal
injury

•

Inspect the blade periodically
or damage.

•

Replace

Pressure

in the front

and rear

tires as specified. Uneven tire pressure can cause
uneven cut. Check the pressure at the valve
stem after every 50 operating hours or monthl 5

Before
Blades

whichever
occurs first (Figure 34). Check the
tires when they are cold to get the most accurate
pressure reading.

a worn

Inspecting

or damaged

for wear
blade.

Servicing

the

Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the
blade control switch, and move the motion control
levers to the brake position. Stop the engine,
remove the ke 5 and disconnect the spark plug
wire(s) from the spark plug(s).

Rear Tires: 13 psi (90 kPa)
Front Tires (castor wheels): 35 psi (139 kPa)

Inspecting
,

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Figure 34
1.

area, resulting
or death.

Valve stem

the

Blades

Inspect the cutting edges (Figure 35). If the
edges are not sharp or have nicks, remove and
sharpen the blades; refer to Sharpening the
Blades.
Inspect the blades, especially the curved area
(Figure 35). If you notice any damage, wear, or
a slot forming in this area (item 3 in Figure 35),
immediately install a new blade.

1
A blade

°(
1.
2.

Cutting edge
Curved area

Checking
,

for

Bent

or damaged

Wear/slot forming

Rotate the blades until the ends face forward

injure

Always replace
bent or damaged
blade with a new blade.

•

Never file or create sharp notches
the edges or surfaces
of blade.

Removing

Blades

seriously

could

•

35
3.

is bent

break apart and could
kill you or bystanders.

G000550

Figure

that

the

Blades

The blades must be replaced if a solid object is
hit, if the blade is out of balance, or the blade
is bent. To ensure optimum performance and
continued safer) Tconformance of the machine, use
genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement
blades made by other manufacturers may result in
non-conformance
with safety standards.

and backward (Figure 36). Measure from a
level surface to the cutting edge, position A, of
the blades (Figure 36). Note this dimension.
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Hold the blade end using a rag or thickly-padded
glove. Remove the blade bolt, curved washer,
blade stiffener, and blade from the spindle shaft
(Figure 37).

Ic)

2
Figure

Rotate the opposite ends of the blades forward.

3. Measure from a level surface to the cutting
edge of the blades at the same position as in
step 1. The difference between the dimensions
obtained in steps 1 and 2 must not exceed
1/8 inch (3 ram). If this dimension exceeds
1/8 inch (3 ram), the blade is bent and must be
replaced. Refer to Removing the Blades and
Installing the Blades.

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Figure
1.
2.
3.

Sail area of blade
Blade
Curved washer

Sharpening
,

the

Blade bolt

Blade

stiffener

Blades

Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both
ends of the blade (Figure 38). Maintain the
original angle. The blade retains its balance if
the same amount of material is removed from
both cutting edges.

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.

Figure 38
1.

Sharpen at original angle

Set the height-of-cut
[3 inch (76 mm)].

lever to position D

Carefully rotate the blade(s) side to side
(Figure 40). Measure between the outside
cutting edges and the flat surface (Figure 40).
If both measurements are not within 3/16 inch
(5 mm), an adjustment is required; continue
with this procedure•

Check the balance of the blade by putting it on
a blade balancer (Figure 39)• If the blade stays
in a horizontal position, the blade is balanced
and can be used. If the blade is not balanced,
file some metal off the end of the sail area only
(Figure 38). Repeat this procedure until the
blade is balanced.

Check the air pressure of all four tires• If
needed, adjust to the recommended inflation;
refer to Chec_ng the Tire Pressure in
Drive System Maintenance, page 29.

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2
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Figure 39
Blade

Installing

the

Balancer

€

Blades

Figure

1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft
(Figure 37).

Important:
The curved part of the blade
must be pointing upward toward the inside
of the mower to ensure proper cutting.
.

Install the blade stiffener, the curved washer
(cupped side toward the blade) and the blade
bolt (Figure 37).

Torque the blade bolt to 35-65 ff-lb

(47-88N-m).
Leveling
the
Side-to-Side

Mower

from

The mower blades must be level from side to side•
Check the side-to-side level any time you install
the mower or when you see an uneven cut on your
lawn.
.

€

Park the machine on a level surface and
disengage the blade control switch.
Move the motion control levers to the brake
position, stop the engine, remove the keB and
wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
the operating position•

Blades side to side
Outside cutting edges

40
3.

Measure here

Remove the hairpin cotter and washer from
the leveling bracket (Figure 41).
To level the blade(s), reposition the leveling
bracket(s) in a different hole and install the
washer and hairpin cotter• (Figure 41 and
Figure 42). A front hole lowers the blade
height and a rear hole raises its height• Adjust
both sides as required.

refer to Chec_ng the Tire Pressure in
Drive System Maintenance, page 29.
Check and adjust the side-to-side blade level
if you have not checked the setting; refer to
Leveling the Mower from Side-to-Side•

Measure the length of the rod extending out of
the adjusting block on the sides of the chassis
(Figure 43).
If the rod length is not a 3/4 inch (19 ram),
remove the hairpin cotter and washer from the
end of the adjusting rod (Figure 43) and turn
the rod until the 3/4 inch (19 ram) dimension
is obtained.

Figure 41
42 inch leveler bracket shown
I.
2.

Hairpin cotter and washer
Leveling bracket

3.
4.

Front hole
Rear hole

Install the end of the rod into the hole in the
mower mount and secure it vdth the washer

and hairpin cotter•
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2
G000543

Figure 42
38 inch leveler bracket shown
I.
2.

Hairpin cotter and washer
Leveling bracket

3.
4.

3/4 inch

Front hole
Rear hole

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'_'_

(19mm )

Figure 43
38 inch leveler bracket shown

8. Check the front-to-rear blade slope; refer to
Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope•

Adjusting
the
Blade Slope

Leveling bracket
Adjusting block

3.
4.

Adjusting rod
Hairpin cotter and washer

Front-to-Rear

Check the front-to-rear blade level aW time you
install the mower. If the front of the mower is
more than 5/16 inch (7•9 ram) lower than the
rear of the mower, adjust the blade level using the
following instructions:

Repeat steps 5 through 7 for the opposite side
of the mower.

Set the height-of-cut at position D [3 inch
(76 mm)] and carefully rotate the blades so
they are facing front to rear (Figure 44)•

10. Measure from the tip of the front blade to the
flat surface and the tip of the rear blade to the
fiat surface (Figure 44). If the front blade tip
is not 1/16-5/16 inch (1•6-7•9 ram) lower than
the rear blade tip, adjust the front locMmts.

1. Park the machine on a level surface and
disengage the blade control svdtch.
2. Move the motion control levers to the brake
position, stop the engine, remove the ke5 and
wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
the operating position•
3. Check the air pressure of all four tires• If
needed, adjust to the recommended inflation;

level of the mower; refer to Leveling the
Mower from Side-to-Side•

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Removing

Blades front

Outside cutting

to rear

Measure

here

edges
.

11• To adjust the front-to-rear
blade slope, remove
the locMmts and then rotate the adjustment
nuts in the front of the mower (Figure 45)•

12. To raise the front of the mower, tighten the
adjustment
nuts• To lower the front of the
mower,

loosen

the adjustment

Park the machine on a level surface and
disengage the blade control switch.
Move the motion control levers to the brake
position, stop the engine, remove the ke), and
wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
the operating position.

Figure 44
1.

Mower

Note: Before removing the mower, make a note
for which holes are used in the leveling brackets
(Figure 47)•

3 --_._

the

lever to the lowest

Lower the height-of-cut
position.

Remove the hairpin cotter and clevis pin from
the front support rod on each side of the
mower (Figure 46)•

nuts•

13. After adjusting both adjustment
nuts evenl3,
check the front-to-rear
slope again• Continue
adjusting the nuts until the front blade tip is
1/16-5/16
inch (1•6-7•9 ram) lower than the
rear blade tip (Figure 45).

Note: After adjusting the adjustment nuts,
make sure there is no slack in either support
rod (Figure 46). Tighten either one to remove
the slack (Figure 45).
Figure 46
1.

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Figure 45
Locknutand adjusting
Front tire

nut

3.
4.

Adjustment
Lock nut

Support

rod

Remove the hairpin cotter and washer from
the adjusting rod (Figure 47) on each side of
the mower.
,

1.
2.

Hairpin cotter and clevis
pin

Remove the hairpin cotter and washer at
the mower leveling brackets (Figure 47) on
each side of the mower. Note which hole
the leveling bracket is mounted in for future
installation. Slide the brackets off of the
mounting

nut

14. When the front-to-rear blade slope is correct,
tighten the lock nuts and check the side-to-side

pin.

3
3

3
2
Q000548

Figure
38 inch leveler
1. Leveling bracket
2. Hairpin cotter and washer

Slide the mower
mower

Note:

Mower
Inspecting

shown

Adjusting rod

rearward

belt from

Slide the mower
machine.

47
bracket

to remove

the engine

the

pulle 7

out from underneath

the

2
G000B40

Figure 48

Retain all parts for future installation.

Belt
the

1.
2.
3.
4.

Maintenance
Belts

Check the belts for cracks, frayed edges, burn
marks, or any other damage. Replace damaged
belts.
the

Mower

Engine pulley
Belt cover
Belt guide
Idler pulley

The spring is under tension when
installed and can cause personal injury.

Belt

Squealing when the belt is rotating, blades
when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn
and cracks are signs of a worn mower belt.
the mower belt if aW of these conditions
evident.

5.
6.
7.
8.

5. Pull the idler pulley in the direction shown in
Figure 48 and roll the belt off of the pulleys.

Inspect all belts every 100 hours.

Replacing

Mower belt
Idler arm
Outside pulley
Spring

Be careful

slipping
marks,
Replace
are

when

removing

the spring.

6. Route the new belt around the engine pulley
and mower pulleys (Figure 48).
7. Pull the idler pulley in the direction shown
in Figure 48 and route the belt onto the idler
pulley (Figure 48).

1. Park the machine on a level surface and

8. Rotate the belt guide, on the idler arm, towards
the pulley until it stops (Figure 48).

disengage the blade control svdtch.
2. Move the motion control levers to the brake
position, stop the engine, remove the ke5 and
wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
the operating position.

9. Tighten the belt guide (Figure 48).

3. Set the height-of-cut

1. Park the machine on a level surface and

10. Install the belt covers over the outside spindles.

Installing

at A [1-1/2 inch (38 mm)].

4. Remove the belt covers over the outside

the

Mower

disengage the blade control switch.
2. Move the motion control levers to the brake
position, stop the engine, remove the ke5 and

spindles and loosen the belt guide (Figure 48).

wait for all moving parts to stop before
the operating
position.
,

Slide the mower

4. Lower

under

the height-of-cut

leaving

Slide rod through
second grass deflector
bracket and internal lock washer (Figure 49).

the machine.

lever to the lowest

the mower

position.

vdth a nut (3/8 inch)

(Figure

49).

Important:
The grass deflector must be
spring loaded in the down position.
Lift
the deflector up to test that it snaps to the
full down position.

Attach the adjusting rod to the machine with
the washer and hairpin cotter (Figure 47) on
each side of the mower.
,

Insert rod at front of grass deflector into short
stand-off
on deck• Secure rear end of rod into

Slide the leveling brackets onto the mounting
pins and secure them vdth the washers and
hairpin cotters (Figure 47).

Attach the front support rods to the machine
with the clevis pins and hairpin cotters
(Figure 46).

k_ /

-_"

Install the mower belt onto the engine pulley;
refer to Replacing the Mower Belt.

Replacing
Deflector

the

Grass

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Figure 49
1.
2.
3.
4.

An uncovered
discharge
opening
could
allow the lawn mower to throw objects
in
the operator's
or bystander's
direction
and
result in serious
injury. Also, contact
with
the blade could occur.
Never
install
chute
,

5.
6.
7.

Nut, 3/8 inch
Rubber O-ring
Short stand-off

Washing the Underside
the Mower

Locate items shown in Figure 49.

After each use, wash the underside of the mower
to prevent grass buildup for improved mulch
action and dipping dispersal.

Remove the nut (3/8 inch) from the rod under
the mower (Figure 49).

1. Park the machine on a level surface and

Slide the rod out of the short stand-off,
internal lock washer, spring, and grass deflector
(Figure 49). Remove the damaged or worn
grass deflector.

Replace the grass deflector and internal lock
washer (Figure 49).
end, through

bracket

Cleaning

operate
the lawn mower unless you
a cover plate, a mulch plate, or a grass
and catcher.

Slide rod, straight
deflector bracket.

Grass deflector
Grass deflector
Spring
Rod

3. Attach the hose coupling to the end of the
mower washout fitting, and turn the water on
high (Figure 50).

the rear grass

Place the spring on the rod, vdth end wires
down, and bew
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